IRVINE, Calif., July 20, 2017 —The Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded its best rating
possible, Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+), to the 2017 Kia Forte built after
March 2017 when equipped with optional front crash prevention and high
intensity discharge (HID) headlights with Dynamic Bending Light. This
top safety award came right on the heels of the Forte being named
highest-rated compact car in the 2017 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
(IQS), which measures consumer satisfaction and the least number of
issues in the first 90 days of ownership.1

“Kia Forte is one of our most popular and best-selling vehicles,”
said Orth Hedrick, vice president, Product Planning KMA. “The new
distinction of TSP+ rating from the highly-respected IIHS reconfirms the
high priority we place on safety for our customers and why Forte
remains a favorite in the compact sedan class.”

To qualify for TSP+, the IIHS testing parameters require each vehicle
to earn “good” ratings in five crashworthiness tests – small overlap
front, moderate overlap front, side impact, roof strength and head
restraints – as well as an “advanced” or “superior” rating for front
crash prevention and an “acceptable” or “good” rating in headlight
testing.

Now available in three trims, a new sporty S trim sits in between the
entry-level LX trim and the top-trim EX model. Replacing last year’s
1.8-liter inline-4 cylinder engine is a standard 2.0-liter Atkinson I-4
that makes 147 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 132 lb-ft. of torque at 4,500
rpm. The new base engine is paired with a six-speed manual
transmission, though a second-generation six-speed automatic
transmission is available. Delivering efficiency and smoother shifting,
the newly engineered six-speed automatic is also matched to the
2.0-liter GDI I-4, which produces 164 hp at 6,200 rpm and 151 lb-ft of
torque at 4,000 rpm.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to
top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global
Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as
the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a
complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers
in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point,
Georgia.*

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Motörhead’s ‘Ace of Spades’ serves as the soundtrack for Kia’s eighth hamster commercial

IRVINE, Calif., June 29, 2017– Over the last eight years, the Kia Soul and a trio of paw-tapping, music-loving hamsters have stood apart from the competition and captured imaginations. So how did Kia go about improving an icon? By turbocharging it. Now available with a 201-horsepower engine, Kia has upped the ante on its funky crossover, and the latest installment of Kia’s award-winning ad campaign finds the ever-present hamsters welcoming the new addition to the Soul family in “The Arrival.”

Set in a hospital, the spot opens on a young nurse making her rounds in the maternity ward when she happens upon an empty bassinet. Bursting into the hallway, she is joined by other staff members in a futile attempt to catch the nimble newborn hamster and minimize the chaos he leaves in his wake. Emerging on the rooftop helipad, the youngster makes a dramatic leap off the building, and utilizes a make-shift parachute to safely float to the street below where a Turbo Soul is waiting.

“Turbocharging gives consumers a new and more powerful way to experience one of Kia’s most popular vehicles, and we are announcing its arrival by infusing Kia’s iconic hamster campaign with newfound speed and aggressive style,” said Saad Chehab, vice president, marketing communications, Kia Motors America. “The Kia Soul has never had any trouble standing out from the crowd, and with Motörhead’s ‘Ace of Spades’ as the soundtrack, ‘The Arrival’ delivers hard-charging swagger and a healthy dose of mischief and chaos.”

Created by David&Goliath, Kia's advertising agency of record, “The Arrival” will debut online and on more than 25,000 movie theater screens nationwide this weekend through the National CineMedia and Screenvision movie networks. Kia’s latest hamster campaign includes :90, :60, :30 and :15-second versions for both general and Hispanic markets across in-cinema, digital and online channels. An extended cut of “The Arrival” is available now at YouTube.com/Kia.A pop-culture phenomenon since bursting onto the scene in 2009, Kia’s hip posse of hamsters have always stood out from the crowd and brought people together through music, dance and positivity. Previously, the hamsters utilized popular songs ranging from the Black Sheep’s classic hip-hop track "The Choice Is Yours" and LMFAO's smash hit "Party Rock Anthem” to Maroon 5’s “Animal” and Lady Gaga’s “Applause,” to spread the word that the Kia Soul offers “a new way to roll.” Most recently, a universal take on the classic riff “Dueling Banjos” was created for 2016’s “Soul Jam,” which incorporated more than 20 different musical instruments. Over the years, the hamsters have become advertising icons with the 2011 spot generating more than 20 million online views alone. In addition, the hamsters were recognized by the Madison Avenue Advertising Walk of Fame and named the first-ever "Rookie of the Year" after being chosen the "Automotive Ad of the Year" for two straight years by Nielsen Automotive.

About Kia SoulThe popular 2017 Kia Soul is available in three trim levels, including Base with manual or automatic 6-speed transmission, Soul Plus with a 6-speed automatic and the new 201-horsepower turbocharged Exclaim1. Prices start at $16,1002. With options3 for desirable features such as premium touch points, an 8-inch scrolling capacitive touch screen, LED mood/music lighting and a panoramic sunroof, the Soul continues to provide value to loyal fans of the funky people mover.

For the third consecutive year, the Soul was the highest ranked, compact multi-purpose vehicle in initial quality by J.D. Power and Kia was the highest ranked brand overall in initial quality overall for the second consecutive year.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point, Georgia.*
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* The Sorento and Optima GDI (EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 Quantities are limited.2 MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.3 Not all optional features are available on all trims.

Thursday, August 10, 2017

Five Kia Vehicles – the Most of Any Nameplate – Earn IQS Segment Awards; Kia Posts the Lowest Number of Problems in the Last 20 Years of the J.D. Power Study

After ranking highest in the entire industry in 2016, Kia improved 11 points as owners reported fewer issues with their Kia vehicles within the first 90 days of ownership than all other car and truck brands in the U.S.

Kia’s Soul, Forte, Cadenza, Niro and Sorento topped their respective categories, with the Cadenza achieving the lowest average number of problems among all models ranked in the study

IRVINE, Calif., June 21, 2017 – Continuing a multi-year string of quality and reliability awards and accolades, J.D. Power’s 2017 Initial Quality Study (IQS) today recognized Kia Motors as the highest-ranking nameplate in the United States for the second year in a row. Kia’s improvement to 72 problems per 100 vehicles marks the best nameplate performance within the last 20 years of the study, driven by five segment awards – the most of any nameplate – for the Soul (Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle), Forte (Compact Car), Cadenza (Large Car), Niro (Small SUV) and Sorento (Midsize SUV). The Kia Soul took home an IQS award for the third consecutive year while Kia’s two newest models, Cadenza and Niro, were outstanding performers in their first model year, with the Kia Cadenza earning the top score among all models ranked in the study. Together with the Optima and Sportage, each of the seven award eligible Kia models included in the 2017 IQS study finished first or second in their respective categories.

“When Kia beat out the entire industry in last year’s J.D. Power Initial Quality Study many people wondered if we could maintain such a lofty position. Today, the answer is loud and clear as Kia owns the top spot for the second straight year with more 2017 segment award winners than any other nameplate,” said Michael Sprague, chief operating officer and EVP, Kia Motors America. “Our back-to-back chart-topping IQS performances reconfirm Kia’s status as today’s world-class automaker and reflect the exacting standards and craftsmanship our team members instill into every car, crossover and SUV Kia builds.”

The annual report analyzed responses from 77,415 respondents with regards to 243 vehicle models across 26 segments. Vehicles were evaluated on driving experience, engine and transmission performance and a broad range of quality problem symptoms reported by vehicle owners.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point, Georgia.*

IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2017 – Three of Kia Motors
America’s (KMA) highly acclaimed models, the 2016 Optima midsize sedan,
the 2016 and 2017 Cadenza premium sedan as well as the 2017 Sportage
Compact CUV, have been named segment winners in AutoPacific’s 2017
Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA) in the midsize car, large car and
compact crossover SUV categories, respectively.

“Kia is a leader in design, quality, technology and value, and the
AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards are another validation of our
world-class products and their ability to meet and exceed customer
expectations,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president of product planning,
Kia Motors America. “As a two-time winner, Optima illustrates that if
you buy a Kia, you are going to love it. With Cadenza and Sportage also
winning their categories, Kia is delivering what buyers are looking for
in any size of vehicle.”

AutoPacific’s VSAs identify the most satisfying vehicles on the
market, based on more than 54,000 responses from owners of 2016 as well
as 2017 cars and light trucks, which were purchased from September
through December 2016. These responses measure owner satisfaction by
evaluating more than 49 separate attributes ranging from interior
comfort and styling to fuel economy and performance.

“Kia’s performance in our Vehicle Satisfaction Award research shows
that Kia’s new products are more-than-competitive in their product
segments,” said George Peterson, president of AutoPacific. “It is tough
to win AutoPacific’s VSA two years in a row and Kia Optima’s performance
shows it not only has eye-catching style, but also has the outstanding
functionality midsize car buyers require."About Kia Optima
The West Point, Georgia-built* Kia Optima midsize sedan offers
several compelling features, including award-winning design, comfort,
spirited performance and fantastic equipment. Kia Optima’s stellar
features combined with the brand’s industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile
limited powertrain warranty and five-year/60,000-mile limited basic
warranty1 keep it a perennial bestseller. The 2017 Kia Optima
is available with three engine choices, including two turbocharged
options, and five trim levels LX, LX 1.6T, EX, SX and SXL. The Kia
Optima SX boasts standard 18-inch alloy wheels and SXL is now equipped
with 18-inch chrome alloy wheels. In addition, LED dual-projection
headlights with Dynamic Bending Light (DBL) is standard on SX and SXL.
High-Beam Assist (HBA) is standard on SXL and available in the new SX
Technology package. Technology is synonymous with the Kia Optima.
Android Auto2 and Apple CarPlay3 are now standard on EX trim. Meanwhile, advanced driver assistance systems4 are now available in the EX Technology package, which include Autonomous Emergency Braking4, Forward Collision Warning System4, Advanced Smart Cruise Control4, Electronic Parking Brake4, High-Beam Assist4 and Lane Departure Warning System.4 The
Kia Optima also achieved a Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+) designation from
the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for vehicles built
after March 2017 when equipped with optional front crash prevention and
LED headlights with High Beam Assist and comes with Kia’s
industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty and
five-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty1.

About Kia Sportage
The 2017 Kia Sportage SUV, the fourth generation of Kia Motors
America’s longest-running nameplate, wraps a stunning and contemporary
design around a structure that is both stiffer and more spacious than
ever before. Advanced driver assistance systems, significant suspension
and steering improvements, and available intelligent AWD vastly improve
the Kia Sportage’s driving dynamics while premium materials and
world-class craftsmanship create a class-up experience in an otherwise
utilitarian segment. The Kia Sportage boasts a roomier, more luxurious
cabin featuring an impressive level of craftsmanship, with high-quality,
soft-touch materials and a range of technologies improving overall
comfort, convenience, and connectivity. Updates to the drivetrain
provide enhanced efficiency and performance, while changes to the
suspension deliver better ride and handling. Kia Sportage is available
in three distinct trim levels (LX, EX, SX Turbo) and comes with Kia’s
industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty and
five-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty1.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to
top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global
Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as
the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a
complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers
in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point,
Georgia.*

* The Sorento and Optima GDI
(EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the
United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 The Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program includes various
warranties and roadside assistance. Warranties include powertrain and
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (Basic). All warranties and roadside
assistance are limited. See retailer for details or go to kia.com.

2 Android Auto is a trademark of Google, Inc

3 Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple. Inc., registered in the US and other countries.

4 These features are not substitutes for safe driving, and may not
detect all objects surrounding vehicle. Always drive safely and use
caution.

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Kia’s iconic urban runabout a top pick for value, safety and family-friendly features

Soul outshines the competition with impressive cargo capacity, a six-speaker audio system and Sirius XM1 satellite radio and Bluetooth®2 connectivity

IRVINE, Calif., June 8, 2017 – The 2017 Soul has been awarded a spot among the 10 Best Family Cars of 2017 by Parents magazine
and Edmunds. The parenting and car experts tested hundreds of vehicles,
selecting winners based on value, performance, safety and
family-friendly features.
“We are thrilled to receive this award from Parents magazine
and Edmunds in recognition of the Soul as a top family car,” said Orth
Hedrick, vice president, product planning, KMA. “Kia is committed to
offering tremendous quality, value and user-friendly technology across
its entire vehicle lineup, and this latest accolade is a testament to
those efforts.”

Parents magazine and leading car shopping and information
network Edmunds have partnered for 10 consecutive years to share the
awards, which serve as a reliable source for families interested in
purchasing a new car. This year’s winning vehicles are equipped with
features that support the needs of both parents and children, and suit a
variety of lifestyles.

"The Kia Soul offers more than just unique styling at a reasonable
price," said Ed Hellwig, Edmunds senior editor. "It's also a practical
hatchback that packs plenty of useful features into a surprisingly
spacious cabin."

The popular 2017 Kia Soul is available in three trim levels,
including Base with manual or automatic 6-speed transmission, Soul Plus
with a 6-speed automatic and the new 201-horsepower turbocharged Exclaim3. Prices start at $16,1004. With options5 for
desirable features such as premium touch points, an 8-inch scrolling
capacitive touch screen, LED mood/music lighting and a panoramic
sunroof, the Soul continues to provide value to loyal fans of the funky
people mover.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America is the
marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul,
South Korea. Recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50
Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand, Kia proudly serves as the
"Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete
range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the
U.S., including cars and crossovers built at North American
manufacturing plants in West Point, Georgia* and the municipality of
Pesqueria in the state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI
(EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the
United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 SiriusXM service requires a subscription, sold separately, after
3-month trial included with vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue
your SiriusXM service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan
you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until
you call Sirius XM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See Customer Agreement
for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Programming subject to change.
Sirius satellite service is available only to those at least 18 and
older in the 48 contiguous USA, D.C., and PR (with coverage
limitations). Traffic information not available in all markets. See
siriusxm.com/traffic for details. Sirius, XM and all related marks and
logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

2 The Bluetooth® word mark is a registered trademark owned by
Bluetooth SIG Inc., and any use of the mark by Kia is pursuant to
license. A Bluetooth® enabled cell phone is required to use Bluetooth®
wireless technology.

Thursday, June 22, 2017

IRVINE, Calif., June 1, 2017 – Kia Motors America’s
(KMA) top-selling sedan, the 2017 Optima, has earned the highest
designation possible – Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+) – from the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for vehicles built after March 2017
when equipped with optional front crash prevention and LED headlights
with High Beam Assist. The rating reflects top scores in each of five
crashworthiness tests as well as the integration of Autonomous Emergency
Braking (AEB)1 for crash prevention and new headlamp testing
standards which were introduced this year. Aside from earning “good”
crashworthiness ratings and a superior rating for the optional
front-crash prevention system, the 2017 Optima achieved a “good” rating
in IIHS headlamp testing2.

“The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety sets some of the highest
standards when it comes to evaluating vehicle safety, and the Top Safety
Pick Plus designation is a significant achievement that substantiates
Kia’s ongoing effort to improve the quality and integrity of our
world-class model line,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product
planning, KMA. “We are pleased that the Optima received strong ratings
across all of IIHS’ rigorous testing, validating the high priority we
place on safety for our customers.”

To qualify for TSP+, the IIHS testing parameters require each vehicle
to earn “good” ratings in five crashworthiness tests – small overlap
front, moderate overlap front, side impact, roof strength and head
restraints – as well as an “advanced” or “superior” rating for front
crash prevention and an “acceptable” or “good” rating in headlight
testing.

About the 2017 Optima
Conceived under the watchful eye of Kia’s president and chief design
officer, Peter Schreyer, with modern and instantly recognizable design
cues, the Optima exudes an athletic and sophisticated identity.
Available with three engine choices, including a new 1.6-liter
turbocharged four-cylinder that’s mated to a seven-speed Dual Clutch
Transmission (DCT), the Optima is highly confident on the road. The
Optima’s cabin features an impressive level of craftsmanship that comes
standard across five trim levels – LX, LX 1.6T, EX, SX and SXL.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America is the
marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul,
South Korea. Recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50
Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand, Kia proudly serves as the
"Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete
range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the
U.S., including cars and crossovers built at North American
manufacturing plants in West Point, Georgia* and the municipality of
Pesqueria in the state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI
(EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the
United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

IRVINE, Calif., May 25, 2017 – Kia Motors America’s funky urban commuter, the 2017 Soul, has again been named as one of the 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 in 2017, according to Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. This year marks the sixth consecutive time the Soul has been selected for the list, which features some of the most fun-to-drive and fun-to-own vehicles on the market. Once again, Kelley Blue Book editors chose the Soul for its unique combination of technology, design, feature content, and excellent value. With a base MSRP price of $16,1001, the Soul offers crossover practicality, plenty of passenger room, and a feature-rich interior.

“It’s exciting to see that the Soul continues to be recognized as the stand-out vehicle it is,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, Kia Motors America. “We’ve really upped the fun factor this year with a new turbocharged model and its personality is infectious regardless of which model a customer buys. The fact that it’s been consistently included on Kelley Blue Book’s list of 10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000 is a clear indication that the Soul offers the perfect blend of style and substance.”
The 2017 Soul is available in three trim levels: Base with manual or automatic 6-speed transmission; Soul Plus with the 6-speed automatic; and the Exclaim turbo with the new 7-speed DCT. Redesigned headlights and fog lights, along with front and rear fascias lend a more aggressive appearance while the availability of two dedicated USB charge ports and an 8-way power passenger seat add convenience and comfort.

“The Kia Soul continues to find a spot on our list of 10 Coolest Cars under $18,000, because it delivers so much personality and versatility for the money,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director for Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com. “In fact, there are very few vehicles we can think of that offer more usable interior space, features and sheer presence for the money than the Kia Soul. It is truly a car whose value exceeds its cost.”

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. Recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand, Kia proudly serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and crossovers built at North American manufacturing plants in West Point, Georgia* and the municipality of Pesqueria in the state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

About Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com)
Founded in 1926, Kelley Blue Book, The Trusted Resource®, is the vehicle valuation and information source trusted and relied upon by both consumers and the automotive industry. Each week the company provides the most market-reflective values in the industry on its top-rated website KBB.com, including its famous Blue Book® Trade-In Values and Fair Purchase Price, which reports what others are paying for new and used cars this week. The company also provides vehicle pricing and values through various products and services available to car dealers, auto manufacturers, finance and insurance companies, and governmental agencies. Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. is a Cox Automotive™ brand.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI (EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Automaker to Showcase Growing
Line of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles at the Sold-Out Conference for
Online and On-Air Content Creators

More than 800 leading bloggers, entrepreneurs and marketers expected
to test-drive and create unique content with four award-winning Kia
models

As part of the brand’s ongoing support of digital influencer
communities, Kia will serve as the Host Sponsor of the 2017 Iris Awards
ceremony which honors standout content creators and platforms in the
parent media space

Irvine, Calif., May 5, 2017 – For the third
consecutive year, Kia Motors America (KMA) will proudly serve as Premier
Sponsor and Official Transportation Sponsor of the Mom 2.0 Summit,
which takes place in Orlando from May 10-12. The conference, attended
by more than 800 leading influencers, content creators, bloggers, female
entrepreneurs, and marketers, is designed as an open forum for sharing
ideas, developing creative digital content and highlighting unique
programs and platforms that engage audiences, online and beyond. In
addition, Kia is Host Sponsor of the 2017 Iris Awards ceremony, which
honors stand-out content creators in the parenting media space.

At this year’s summit, Kia will feature hybrid and all-electric
vehicles from the brand’s expanding EcoDynamics lineup, including the
all-new Niro1 crossover, the Optima Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models, and the Soul EV2, all of which were named by the editors of Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com as “Best Eco-Friendly Cars” under $40,000.

“Kia is committed to sustainability and is investing more than $10
billion to develop new technologies that reduce emissions and increase
fuel efficiency, so we are excited to share our growing lineup of
EcoDynamic vehicles with attendees at the Mom 2.0 Summit,” said
Kimberley Gardiner, director of marketing communications, KMA. “Digital
influencers are connectors, and their followers seek advice and counsel
from them, just as they would a family member, friend or trusted
confidant. Building close and personal relationships with influencers
helps extend the Kia story, and there’s no better place to do so than
the Mom 2.0 Summit which represents the best and brightest in this
ever-evolving genre.”

Kia’s support of the influencer community has been extended to
include the brand’s role as Host Sponsor of the 2017 Iris Awards
ceremony, which recognizes the finest expressions in art, commentary,
commerce, philanthropy, ideas and connections, and celebrates the
emerging industry overall. The Iris Awards will be handed out during a livecast gala ceremony on May 12.
“Kia’s continued dedication to this industry event, and now their
support of the 2017 Iris Awards, underscores their celebration of the
powerful content developed by today’s leading parenting media,” said
Carrie Pacini, Mom 2.0 co-founder. “The combined total audiences of Mom
2.0 influencers exceed 100 million individual readers, fans and
followers, and forward-thinking brands like Kia know that Mom 2.0 is a
highly effective way to reach a large, engaged audience of parents
across the nation and around the world.”

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America is the
marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul,
South Korea. Recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50
Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand, Kia proudly serves as the
"Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete
range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the
U.S., including cars and crossovers built at North American
manufacturing plants in West Point, Georgia* and the municipality of
Pesqueria in the state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

About Mom 2.0

Mom 2.0 is the premier professional community and annual Summit for
parenting influencers and female entrepreneurs who create online
content. Every year, leaders in media and industry converge at the
Summit to compare notes, discuss ideas, and forecast what's next for
women online and in the marketplace. Mom 2.0 was conceived in the fall
of 2008 to facilitate a much-needed, focused conversation between moms
and marketers in the growing online marketing and social media space.
Even then, as Mom 2.0 launched its first sold-out event with 175
attendees, the conference was trending #1 worldwide on Twitter. And
today, the conversation continues to grow. Operated by Texas-based Mom
Media Enterprises, LLC, Mom 2.0 is one of several MME platforms that
help connect moms, marketers and media throughout the year. The May 2017
Mom 2.0 Summit will bring together 800 influencers, bloggers, media,
marketers and entrepreneurs to share best practices, content ideas and
inspiring conversation.

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

(West Point, GA.) May 2, 2017 – On Monday, Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated production of the plant’s one millionth Sorento CUV at its West Point facility.

Representing an investment of more than $1.1 billion, KMMG launched production of the Sorento on Nov. 16, 2009. It was joined by the Kia Optima mid-size sedan in 2011. Together with on-site and local suppliers, KMMG is responsible for the creation of more than 15,000 jobs in West Point and the surrounding region. To date, KMMG has produced almost 2.4 million vehicles.

“The Sorento is a special product to our KMMG team as it was the first vehicle assembled at our Georgia plant,” said KMMG CEO Harrison Shin. “Our team is committed to building the best vehicles in the world right here in West Point, Georgia and we dedicate ourselves to world-class quality each day. I want to congratulate our team on another remarkable milestone.”

Monday’s honorary vehicle is a snow white pearl 2018 Sorento SXL and will be on display in the coming weeks at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

About KMMG
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) is the first manufacturing site in North America for Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, Korea. With an annual capacity of 360,000 units, KMMG is located on 2,200 acres in West Point, Georgia, and began mass production on Nov. 16, 2009. KMMG is home to the Sorento CUV and the Optima mid-size sedan, two of the brand’s top selling models in the U.S.

Tuesday, May 2, 2017

IRVINE, Calif., April 25, 2017 – The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has awarded its highest designation possible, Top Safety Pick Plus (TSP+), to the 2017 Kia Cadenza, when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights. Defined by its luxurious refinements, expressive styling, advanced technology and refined powertrain, the Cadenza joins a growing number of Kia vehicles that have earned the TSP+ rating.

“The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is one of the most respected organizations in the industry when it comes to evaluating vehicle safety, and this designation is a great achievement that speaks to Kia’s commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, KMA. “We are proud that the Cadenza received across-the-board good crashworthiness ratings, which is another testament to the efforts of our engineers and the integrity of our vehicles.”

To qualify for TSP+, the IIHS mandates that each vehicle earns “good” ratings in five crashworthiness tests – small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side impact, roof strength and head restraints – as well as an “advanced” or “superior” rating for front crash prevention and an “acceptable” or “good” headlight rating.

The 2017 Cadenza offers a suite of available driver assistance systems1 such as Kia’s first application of Smart Blind Spot Detection System1, which is designed to sense unintentional drifting toward a vehicle in the driver’s blind spot and, in certain situations, can automatically brake the opposite side front wheel to help maintain the vehicle’s intended course. Advanced Smart Cruise Control1, a Forward Collision Warning System1, Autonomous Emergency Braking1, and a Lane Departure Warning System1 are also available. For improved durability and reduced NVH, the Cadenza is built upon a strong foundation with a body structure composed of more than 50 percent Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) — more than twice the amount used in the previous model.

About Cadenza
The 2017 Cadenza boasts luxury refinements with expressive styling, advanced technology, and refined powertrain. Designed at Kia’s California design studio, the second-generation Cadenza is available in three trim levels. The handsomely equipped Premium, Technology and Limited models feature an enhanced 3.3-liter V6 that produces 290 horsepower and 253 lb.-ft. of torque. The powerplant comes paired to a highly efficient eight-speed automatic transmission, a Kia first for a FWD vehicle. The Cadenza offers available driver assistance features such as Advanced Smart Cruise Control1, a Forward Collision Warning System1, Autonomous Emergency Braking1, a Lane Departure Warning System1 and a Smart Blind Spot Detection System1.

About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. Recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand, Kia proudly serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and crossovers built at North American manufacturing plants in West Point, Georgia* and the municipality of Pesqueria in the state of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.